Cheap flight from Lyon to Mexico City from 885.00€

Q: How long is a flight from Lyon to Mexico City?

Lyon and Mexico City are almost 9,500 kilometres apart. In the absence of a direct flight, the journey time depends on a number of factors, such as the stopover airport and the actual duration of your connection. Air France, for example, offers a journey time of less than 13 hours between Lyon and Mexico City, with a 1-hour connection at Paris - Charles-de-Gaulle (CDG) airport.

Q: Which airlines offer flights between Lyon and Mexico City?

Several airlines serve Mexico City Benito Juárez (MEX) from Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LYS), with a single connection. Air France offers a Lyon (LYS) - Mexico (MEX) route with a stopover at Paris - Charles-de-Gaulle (CDG) airport, while KLM prefers a stopover at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). You can also choose the airline Iberia, with a stopover at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), or British Airways, which offers a connection at Heathrow Airport (LHR).

Q: When should you go to Mexico City?

Mexico City can be visited in any season. You can choose your dates of stay according to the cultural events that are not to be missed. If you travel to Mexico City between the end of October and the beginning of November, you'll be able to attend the Día de Muertos (Festival of the Dead). You can also go in the spring, during the Semana Santa at Easter. The period leading up to Christmas is also synonymous with festivities.

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A fascinating city with a history stretching back thousands of years, Mexico City reveals an unsuspected wealth of heritage.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mexico City is home to magnificently restored colonial buildings such as the majestic Metropolitan Cathedral and the National Palace. The Mexican capital is also renowned for its intense cultural life and its many museums. The National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City, the Frida-Kahlo Museum, the Palace of Fine Arts and the Museum of Popular Arts are all full of surprises.
You can feel the pulse of Mexico City as you stroll through the lively Condesa and Roma districts, where you'll find trendy cafés, art galleries and lively nightlife. Try Mexican cuisine, with its spicy flavours, to discover the unique flavours of a country with many influences!
As a major business centre in Latin America, Mexico City is also a great place to visit on business trips.
Book your Lyon (LYS) - Mexico City (MEX) plane ticket now and discover a colourful, cosmopolitan city!

5 reasons to visit Mexico City

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Visit the archaeological site of Teotihuacán

Located to the northeast of Mexico City, the Teotihuacán archaeological site is home to priceless remains. The impressive architecture of this ancient pre-Columbian city bears witness to the building talents of the Mesoamerican civilisations that preceded the Aztecs. The Temple of Quetzalcoatl and the mysterious Pyramids of the Sun and Moon continue to fire the imagination of visitors.

Ride the canals of Xochimilco

You can take a seat aboard a Trajinera, a traditional boat, to cruise along the picturesque canals of Xochimilco. Far from the hustle and bustle of one of Latin America's largest cities, this unusual district is renowned for its floating gardens, known as chinampas. You can pack a snack to enjoy during your excursion, stopping off at the Xochimilco market.

Explore the Coyoacán district

With its narrow streets, small squares and colourful, flower-filled houses, the historic Coyoacán district has a bohemian charm that is much appreciated by Capitalinos and tourists alike. You can visit Frida Kahlo's blue house, now a museum dedicated to the painter, take a stroll through Viveros Park or stop off at a restaurant or café.

Visit Mexico City's museums

Are you interested in history, the natural sciences or the arts? Mexico City is full of museums with exceptional collections. The National Museum of Anthropology, for example, houses emblematic pieces such as the Sun Stone and the treasures of Pakal's tomb and plunges you into Mexico's past. The Soumaya Museum, meanwhile, exhibits masterpieces of European and Mexican art, produced by great masters such as Salvador Dali and Vincent Van Gogh.

Taste Mexican cuisine

Nourished by European and pre-Hispanic influences, Mexican cuisine is renowned for its freshness and spicy flavours. Mexico City's markets and restaurants invite you to sample tacos, enchiladas, tamales, quesadillas and many other culinary specialities. You can visit the Mercado de la Merced, a traditional market with many stalls.

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FAQ: Flights Lyon - Mexico City

How long is a flight from Lyon to Mexico City?

Lyon and Mexico City are almost 9,500 kilometres apart. In the absence of a direct flight, the journey time depends on a number of factors, such as the stopover airport and the actual duration of your connection. Air France, for example, offers a journey time of less than 13 hours between Lyon and Mexico City, with a 1-hour connection at Paris - Charles-de-Gaulle (CDG) airport.

Which airlines offer flights between Lyon and Mexico City?

Several airlines serve Mexico City Benito Juárez (MEX) from Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LYS), with a single connection.
Air France offers a Lyon (LYS) - Mexico (MEX) route with a stopover at Paris - Charles-de-Gaulle (CDG) airport, while KLM prefers a stopover at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). You can also choose the airline Iberia, with a stopover at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), or British Airways, which offers a connection at Heathrow Airport (LHR).

When should I book my plane ticket from Lyon to Mexico City?

Airfares may vary depending on how full the aircraft is. By booking in advance, you will generally benefit from more attractive prices and greater freedom over flight dates and times.
You can also reserve your parking space online once you have decided on your departure and return flight dates. Booking your parking space online offers you preferential rates and guarantees you a space when you arrive at the airport.

When should you go to Mexico City?

Mexico City can be visited in any season. You can choose your dates of stay according to the cultural events that are not to be missed. If you travel to Mexico City between the end of October and the beginning of November, you'll be able to attend the Día de Muertos (Festival of the Dead). You can also go in the spring, during the Semana Santa at Easter. The period leading up to Christmas is also synonymous with festivities.

What are the formalities for entering Mexico?

French nationals must have a passport valid for the duration of their stay. They must also present a return plane ticket, or other proof of transport proving that they will be leaving the country in the future in the case of a single ticket. Proof of place and type of accommodation is required, and you must prove that you have sufficient means of subsistence for the duration of your stay. A migration form (FMM) must be completed before you can enter Mexico.
No visa is required for a tourist stay of 180 days or less.